"We're having movers come and take our things from this house to our new forever home," Donna said. "I've never had movers before. So I have some questions. How full can I pack a moving box? Do I need to tape all the boxes? Should I disassemble my furniture?" How Full Can I Pack a Moving Box? Fill your moving boxes as completely as possible. The reason to do this is that moving boxes that … [Read more...]
Medical Office Relocation: Moving & Storage Services in Boston
Need to coordinate a medical practice move? It's a big job, requiring keeping patient's needs met, moving the medical equipment, which is often fragile and expensive, and packing and transporting everything else in the office to a new address. In this article, we're going to focus on our particular area of knowledge: moving and storage services. Three things you'll want to keep in mind when … [Read more...]
As Rents Go Up, People Move Out: Packing Tips for Summertime Neighborhood Moves
Housing prices in the Boston area are continuing to climb very rapidly. This has resulted in a number of people needing to relocate to more affordable housing. If you're planning to move in Boston this summer, here are some tips for you: Schedule Your Move As Soon as Possible To save money on your move, you'll want to schedule it during the low-demand portion of the summer. This includes the … [Read more...]
Shipping Tips for Working Artists
"I truly believe that right now, people need art in their lives more than ever." Skya is a Boston area artist who uses fibers and found natural elements to create small wall hangings. "Having something beautiful, something meaningful, in your space counters so much stress and negativity." One source of stress and negativity for Skya, and many other working artists, is shipping artwork to … [Read more...]
Shipping Formula? Here’s What You Need to Know
"My grandson has some medical issues that mean he can only tolerate one specific kind of baby formula," Marilyn said. "And of course that's the formula that's in such short supply right now. I have been able to get two cans and I need to know what is the best way to ship it to my son and his girlfriend." Packing Baby Formula for Shipping: Speedy Delivery Here are some tips from Boston's best … [Read more...]
Small Business Growth Tips: Shipping Support
Many Boston area small businesses are truly one or two person operations. This means there's a limited number of people doing everything, from concept design, manufacturing, packaging, marketing, customer service, sales and more. Now throw shipping in the mix - one more complicated task that somebody has to do. Shipping is Critical to Customer Satisfaction Whether or not it's fair, your … [Read more...]
Depression or Downsizing? Keeping Moving Day Choices in Perspective
Some moves are joyful changes, but others are not. In situations where a person is reluctant or resistant to changing addresses, the process of downsizing - the practice of giving away, selling, or disposing of items that won't be needed in the new home - can be emotionally fraught. This can manifest in many ways, but the two extreme positions are surprisingly common - people either want to … [Read more...]
Lifehack: Using a Shipping Service to Send Gifts to Family & Friends
If you're like me - a person who is often stressed out and not what you would call overly organized - maybe you are also not great at sending family and friends things like birthday presents or other gifts, even though you really want to. What's the issue? The present sending process has too many steps. Let's say I'm walking along in Boston, I see something cute in a shop window that'd be … [Read more...]
Packing and Shipping Services for Small Business Owners – What’s the Advantage?
"My business is entirely online," Denise said. "I don't have a storefront. I don't see customers in person." Because the Boston entrepreneur sells collectible dolls and figurines, she thought the economic pressures of the pandemic would be the end of her small business. Instead, to her surprise, sales took off. "Apparently some collectors decided that this was the time to indulge their passion," … [Read more...]
Starting a New Life on Your Own? Here’s How to Make the Move Simple
"You go into marriage thinking it's going to be forever," Ken said. "But things don't always work out that way." After discovering he was about to be divorced, Ken needed to move rapidly out of his Boston home. "I didn't have a lot of stuff, but I also don't have a car," he said. "To make this move happen, I decided what I needed was a small load moving company." What is a Small Load Moving … [Read more...]
